Travel Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) in Edison, NJ at Aequor

Aequor is now hiring a full-time Speech-language Pathologist (SLP) for the 2024-2025 school year! Job Description: ? Prevention ? SLPs are integrally involved in the efforts of schools to prevent academic failure in whatever form those initiatives may take; for example, in Response to Intervention (RTI). SLPs use evidence-based practice (EBP) in prevention approaches. ? Assessment ? SLPs conduct assessments in collaboration with others that help to identify students with communication disorders as well as to inform instruction and intervention, consistent with EBP. ? Intervention ? SLPs provide intervention that is appropriate to the age and learning needs of each individual student and is selected through an evidence-based decision-making process. Although service delivery models are typically more diverse in the school setting than in other settings, the therapy techniques are clinical in nature when dealing with students with disabilities. ? Program Design ? It is essential that SLPs configure schoolwide programs that employ a continuum of service delivery models in the least restrictive environment for students with disabilities, and that they provide services to other students as appropriate. ? Data Collection and Analysis ? SLPs, like all educators, are accountable for student outcomes. Therefore, data-based decision making, including gathering and interpreting data with individual students, as well as overall program evaluation are essential responsibilities. ? Compliance ? SLPs are responsible for meeting federal and state mandates as well as local policies in performance of their duties. Activities may include Individualized Education Program (IEP) development, Medicaid billing, report writing, and treatment plan/therapy log development. Job Types: Full-time, Contract Benefits: ? Dental insurance ? Health insurance ? Paid time off ? Professional development assistance ? Referral program ? Relocation assistance ? Vision insurance Schedule: ? 8 hour shift ? Monday to Friday Work setting: ? In-person ? School Ability to Relocate: ? Relocate before starting work (Required) Work Location: In person